hyperimmunization

hyperimmunization
1. The induction of a heightened state of immunity by the administration of repeated doses of antigen, often used in allergy desensitization. 2. Passively acquired immunity by the injection of hyperimmune gamma globulin.

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hy·per·im·mu·ni·za·tion or Brit hy·per·im·mu·ni·sa·tion -.rim-yə-nə-'zā-shənalso -yü-nə- n the process of hyperimmunizing an individual also the resulting state

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hy·per·im·mu·ni·za·tion (hi″pər-im″u-nĭ-zaґshən) any process of immunization that produces very high levels of circulating antibodies, especially immunization of an animal or human donor with repeated doses of antigen for the production of therapeutic antisera or immune globulins.

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